Renewed women's health strategy update

The Renewed Women's Health Strategy for England, published 15 April 2026, sets out a decisive shift to put women's voices, choice and experience at the heart of healthcare.

Nationally, the strategy commits to listening to women more effectively, tackling inequities in access and outcomes, and removing practices that have left too many women unheard or in pain.

We are proud that this landmark strategy includes a case study from Cheshire and Merseyside (page 25), recognising the leadership and impact of work delivered through the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Women’s Health and Maternity Programme.

Read more about the renewed women's health strategy update here.